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Christmas at Seal Bay Resort Selsey

By The Great Sussex Way on Oct. 29, 2026

Seal Bay Resort in Selsey is the place to be this December 2026, where the whole family is guaranteed to get into the Christmas spirit! With Christmas entertainment on offer, Christmas activities to take part in, and fun festive vibes in abundance, we don't think you'll want to leave. Santa's Grotto…

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Christmas Lights | West Sussex

By The Great Sussex Way on Oct. 29, 2026

As winter takes hold, West Sussex sparkles to life with dazzling Christmas lights and festive celebrations. Throughout November and December 2026, the picturesque towns and villages around Chichester glow with enchanting Christmas light switch-on events and Christmas Light Displays, bringing…

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Christmas Shopping in West Sussex

By The Great Sussex Way on Oct. 21, 2026

Looking for the best Christmas shopping in West Sussex? From independent shops and beautiful boutiques to Christmas markets, locally made gifts and delicious Sussex food and drink, you'll find plenty of inspiration for everyone on your Christmas list. Explore Chichester, Petworth, Midhurst…

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Christmas at Chichester Cathedral

By The Great Sussex Way on Oct. 15, 2026

Celebrating the Christmas time at Chichester Cathedral is an unforgettable experience, whether you join one of the candlelit carol services or witness the wonder of the atmospheric advent procession marking the beginning of advent. When are Chichester Cathedral's Carol Services? Chichester…

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Great Sussex Christmas Markets

By The Great Sussex Way on Oct. 07, 2026

West Sussex is the most wonderful place at Christmas time, and where better to soak up the Christmas spirit than one of the many Christmas markets in the region? From the historic streets of Chichester, steeped in Christmas magic and the scent of mulled wine, to the atmospheric cobbled charm of…

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